Faithless Electors and the Constitution
neither the text nor post-ratification practice nor framers' expectations (once we are focused on the right framers) supports the idea of a constitutional duty of the electors to exercise independent judgment.
Utah Bill Would Curb “Policing for Profit” Via Asset Forfeiture, But Federal Loophole Remains
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (Dec. 16, 2016) – A bill filed in the Utah House for the 2016 legislative session would reform the state’s asset forfeiture laws, making it more difficult for police to seize property. But a loophole in the legislation would allow law enforcement to work with the feds to skirt the more stringent state…
Missouri Bill Would Allow People to Opt Out of Smart Meters; Undermine Federal Program
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (Dec. 16, 2016) – A bill prefiled in the Missouri legislature for the 2017 session would ensure customers can opt out of installing “smart meter” technology on their homes and businesses. Passage of the bill would allow Missourians to protect their own privacy, and it would take a step toward blocking a…
How we “Celebrate” Bill of Rights Day
On June 8, 1789, James Madison addressed the House of Representatives and introduced a proposed Bill of Rights to the Constitution. However, just over a year earlier, Madison wrote another extremely important document.
Kentucky Bill Would Legalize Recreational Marijuana, Nullify Federal Prohibition
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Dec. 15, 2016) – A bill set for introduction in the Kentucky Senate would legalize marijuana for recreational use. Passage would not only legalize marijuana in the Commonwealth, but would also take a big step toward nullifying federal cannabis prohibition in practice in the state. Sen. Perry Clark (D-Louisville) prefiled BR408 for introduction during…
Ohio Governor Signs Bill Banning Abortion After 20 Weeks, Defying Supreme Court Precedent
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Dec. 15, 2016) – On Tuesday, Ohio Gov. John Kasich signed a bill into law banning most abortions after 20 weeks, defying a Supreme Court opinion prohibiting states from regulating abortions before 24 weeks. Sen. Peggy Lehner and Sen. Jay Hottinger sponsored Senate Bill 127 (SB127). The legislation bans abortions after 20 weeks…
Missouri Bill Would Eliminate State Marriage Licenses
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (Dec. 14, 2016) – A bill prefiled in the Missouri House would start the process of eliminating government-run marriage in the state, effectively nullifying both sides of the contentious debate. Missouri State Rep. T.J. Berry introduced House Bill 62 (HB62) on December 1. If passed into law, it would amend current marriage-related state laws by…
Their View on the Power of the Supreme Court is Nonsense
A lot of people want you to believe that the supreme Court has the final say over the Constitutionality of anything and everything. They couldn’t be more wrong.
New Jersey Assembly Committee Passes Bill to Legalize Raw Milk; Important Step To Nullify Federal Prohibition Scheme
TRENTON, N.J. (Dec. 13, 2016) – On Monday, a New Jersey Assembly committee unanimously approved a bill that would legalize limited raw milk sales in the state, taking an important step toward effectively nullifying a federal prohibition scheme in effect. Assemblymen John DiMiao (R-Dist. 23) introduced Assembly Bill 696 (A696) earlier this year. The legislation…
Missouri Bill Would Introduce Price Competition into Healthcare System, Set Foundation to Nullify Obamacare
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (Dec. 13, 2016) – A bill prefiled in the Missouri House for the 2017 legislative session would open the door to price competition and increased healthcare choices in the state, setting the stage to nullify ObamaCare and other federal healthcare programs in practice. Rep. Keith Frederick (R-Rolla) prefiled House Bill 123 (HB123)…
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